Portion Of Huntington Beach Ocean Closed Until Friday, 3 Shark Sightings Over Past Week

CBS Los Angeles

May 1, 2026

A portion of the ocean in Huntington Beach will remain closed until Friday morning, after a shark was spotted feeding on a sea lion carcass at Sunset Beach yesterday. It was the third shark sighting in the area within one week.

Trevor McDonald, Huntington Beach Fire Department Marine Safety chief, said safety is a priority and "Our coastlines are monitored every day."

Last week, a 24-hour ocean closure was in place near lifeguard Tower 3 after a shark exhibited aggressive behavior toward a human. On Wednesday, there were two more shark sightings, according to McDonald.

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